Dave Loggins, Popular Singer and Songwriter, Passes Away at Age 76
Entertainment | July 12, 2024, 1:53 a.m.
Country singer and songwriter Dave Loggins, known for writing the iconic Masters golf tournament theme song "Augusta," has passed away at the age of 76 in Nashville. The cause of death has not been disclosed, but it was mentioned that he was under hospice care at the time of his passing. Dave's legacy includes becoming the first unsigned artist to win a CMA award in 1986 for his duet with Anne Murray, "Nobody Loves Me Like You Do." His solo hit "Please Come to Boston" and a Grammy nomination solidify his impact on the music industry. Dave's contributions to country music and songwriting earned him a well-deserved spot in the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. He leaves behind a lasting mark on the industry and is survived by his three sons and a grandson.